Swimming with whiplash?

Hey folks, I had a car accident yesterday afternoon. Rear-ended while stopped at a traffic light. Car is messed up, but more important, my neck is killing me. I went to the Dr. right away, who also happens to be on my swim team. She said no swimming today, and honestly, I don't feel like doing anything anyway. Any experience with this or how long I should wait? There must be someone on here who's been through this!
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  • So sorry to hear about the accident Sydned! I have no experience with whiplash either but I've heard it can cause some strange symptoms and last longer than you might think it would. I would try to find a physician with lots of trauma experience. I like Chicken's idea of swimming with a snorkel. At least you could have a neutral neck posititon. Good luck; I hope you heal fast!
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  • So sorry to hear about the accident Sydned! I have no experience with whiplash either but I've heard it can cause some strange symptoms and last longer than you might think it would. I would try to find a physician with lots of trauma experience. I like Chicken's idea of swimming with a snorkel. At least you could have a neutral neck posititon. Good luck; I hope you heal fast!
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